Fig’n Pear Granola (raw, vegan, gluten-free)

Figs, pears and cinnamon are a wonderful combination for thee ole’ pallet. Unlike apples, most pear varieties do not ripen nicely while still on the tree. Pears that are allowed to become too mature or to ripen on the tree develop a coarse, mealy texture and often have core breakdown. Whether you grow pears at home, or buy them in the store, it is sometimes challenging to know when to pick them, then how long to ripen them to perfection. How do you tell when a pear is ready to eat? Hold the pear gently but firmly in the palm…